Dewalt, a leading global tool brand, delivered a hands-on workshop at Barking & Dagenham College, giving students the chance to interact with professional-grade equipment while receiving guidance from industry experts.
The session included demonstrations by Dewalt representatives Sam Playle and Matthew Cappell, who introduced students to the latest battery technology and gave them the chance to ask questions directly to industry experts.
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Lily Jones, careers progression coach at Barking & Dagenham College, said: “Events like these are incredibly important. They give our students the chance to learn directly from industry leaders, see the latest innovations in action, and understand what skills employers are looking for.
“Collaborating with local industry partners like Dewalt is essential, and we’re very grateful to them for joining us and sharing their expertise.”
Reece Rodwell, a 19-year-old plumbing student, said: “I learnt a lot from the session, especially about the tools and battery technology.
“It was great to get more hands-on experience, and I think it will really help me when I go to get a job after finishing my course.”

